The Manitou MI 50 D is a heavy diesel industrial forklift rated at 11,023 lb, powered by a 75 hp Cummins. When you're moving big, dense loads in a lumber yard or steel yard, this is the capacity we'd put you in.
MI 50 D
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Specifications
- Manufacturer: Manitou
- Model Name: MI 50 D US
- Power source: Diesel
- Operator type: Seated
- Max. capacity: 11023 lb
- Load center of gravity: 20 in
- Load distance, centre of drive axle to fork: 22 in
- Wheelbase: 85 in
- Standard mast reference of the machine: FVD 30
- Service weight: 14991 lb
- Weight on front axle (laden) / rear axle (laden): 23038 lb / 2976 lb
- Weight on front axle (Unladen) / rear axle (Unladen): 6614 lb / 8378 lb
- Tires type: Pneumatic
- Dimensions of front wheels: 300-15-18PR
- Dimensions of rear wheels: 7.00-12-12PR
- Number of front wheels / rear wheels: 2 / 2
- Number of drive wheels: 2
- Front wheel gauge: 47 in
- Rear wheel gauge: 44 in
- Seat height/stand height: 54 in
- Height of overhead guard (cabin): 94 in
- Height of towing bar (coupling height): 18 in
- Overall length: 176 in
- Length to face of forks: 128 in
- Overall width: 59 in
- Overall width - Single wheels: 59 in
- Forks section / width / length: 2 in x 6 in x 48 in
- Fork carriage ISO 2328 (class/form) A/B: 3A
- Fork carriage width: 49 in
- Ground clearance below mast: 7 in
- Ground clearance at centre of wheelbase: 9 in
- Aisle Width for pallets 1000 x 1200 crossways: 189 in
- Aisle width for 800 x 1200 pallet lengthways: 194 in
- Turning radius: 115 in
- Internal turning radius (over tyres): 5 in
- Travel speed (laden / unladen): 14 mph-15 mph
- Lifting speed (laden / unladen): 1 ft/s-1 ft/s
- Lowering speed (laden / unladen): 2 ft/s-2 ft/s
- Drawbar pull (Laden / Unladen): 4000 daN / 2100 daN
- Gradeability (laden / unladen): 31 % / 34 %
- Service brake: Hydraulic
- Transmission type: Torque converter
- Engine brand / model / norm: Cummins / QSF2.8T4F / Tier 4 final
- Engine power (Hp / kW): 75 Hp/55 kW
- Rated speed: 2600 rpm
- Number of cylinders / Capacity of cylinders: 4 - 171 in³
- Working hydraulic pressure for attachments: 2321 PSI
- Oil flow rate for attachments: 24 US gpm
- Measured/guaranteed mean noise level at the ear of the operator: < 84 dB
- Sound level at the driver's ear according to DIN 12 053: 84 dB
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Frequently asked questions
Electric is best indoors and where clean air and low noise matter; diesel and gas suit outdoor, rough-terrain and heavy-duty yards. Our diesel vs electric guide covers the trade-offs, and we'll match capacity and mast to your lift height and door clearance.
Yes. We run the current Manitou and Gehl factory finance programs - ask for the full rate ladder when you request a quote (the Q2 2026 program runs through June 30, 2026). Financing is subject to credit approval and we'll walk you through the options.
We do, in house at our shop in Laddonia, MO. You're not shipping a machine across the country for warranty work or parts. Reach our team at (573) 321-1542.
Yes - across central and northeast Missouri, including Kansas City, St. Louis, Marshall, Kirksville, Jefferson City and Hannibal and the surrounding rural areas. Ask about delivery when you request your quote.
Commercial equipment is quote-driven - the right number depends on your configuration, attachments, financing and any current programs. Tell us about the job and we'll put together real pricing, no guessing.
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Backed by the Manitou factory warranty. We handle warranty service in house at our Laddonia, MO shop - no shipping your machine across the country to get it covered.
Q2 financing offer: rates from 1.99% through June 30, 2026. Ask about 1.99% for 24 months, then 2.99%/36, 3.99%/48, 4.99%/60, or 5.49%/72 months. Subject to credit approval.
Through Manitou Finance and approved lenders. Rates shown are the current program; your rate and term depend on credit approval.
Why buy from Equipment Solutions Outdoors
Factory-backed sales, parts and warranty - right here in Laddonia, MO.
We support what we sell. No shipping your machine across the country for warranty work or parts.
Kansas City, St. Louis, Marshall, Kirksville, Jefferson City, Hannibal and the rural areas in between.
Tell us the job and we'll spec it and price it - no online guessing, no obligation.
Tell us about the job and we'll put together pricing and current programs. No price guessing online - we quote your build.
* Specifications per manufacturer, subject to change without notice. Verify before purchase.




